Moon photography and serpent sleep facts
The article notes moon photography at Lick Observatory with frequent subjects like the moon Jupiter and Sothra, citing Draper’s oxygen discovery in the sun and the broad impact of photography across knowledge fields. It also explains serpents sleep with eyes always open due to missing eyelids and a transparent eye plate that aids vision and protection.
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Lick Observatory
Jupiter J
Sothra
Draper
St. Nicholas
Department of Knowledge
N. Y
Ventilating Bees And Tree Growth Curiosities
A collection of brief notes on ventilating bees fanning hive interiors in tropical heat, a Lexington Maine willow tree planted 47 years ago now boasting large circumferences and potential cordwood yield, and light comedy quips from Chicago papers reflecting social mores of the era.
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A. B. Sawyer
Lexington
Chicago Tribune
Mormon polygamy law in Mexico described by Cinciquirer
The Mexican laws require a Mormon seeking a second wife to obtain a certificate signed by his first wife confirming her willingness and the explicit consent of the prospective second wife and her parents. The note comes from the Cinecinnati Ruquirer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Lews of Mexico
Cinecinnati Ruquirer
Artin Architecture Way's Eight- Room Colonial House Est $3000
Article details a colonial design eight room residence to cost 3000 with stone foundation and cedar shingles. Describes framing siding tar paper insulation beveled ceilings beamed hall and dining rooms double floors and cement basement, with closets shelves and sliding doors. GEO A W KINTZ.
Hygiene of Mouth and Its Dangers to Health
The text explains how mouth bacteria enter the body and the role of the gums in disease. It details dangerous conditions like ulcerative stomatitis and noma, their rapid progression, and impact on children and the ill. It also covers less serious mouth diseases, causes, and the importance of regular mouth cleansing to prevent infection.
Irrigation in Oklahoma Census Bulletin Summary
The census bulletin notes Oklahoma irrigation in 1902 covered 3382 acres from 113 systems, with average construction cost about 11 dollars per acre. The Cimarron and Canadian rivers supply water, with potential to irrigate more land during parts of the year. Underground water irrigates small tracts, soils are fertile but loose subsoils demand heavy watering. progress hinges on storage works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Census Bureau
Oklahoma
Woes of Matrimony Exchange Barbed Quips
In a light exchange, a husband who makes a specialty of manufacturing excuses says the tub is bound to leak. His spouse retorts that she believes it leaked from him long ago, reflecting a sharp marital jibe from a Chicago Daily News item.
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Chicago Daily Newa
Traveling Doctor Fails In Ill boy Cure Claims
A Kansas report recounts a case of malignant scarletina in a young boy left with partial paralysis and epilepsy after a traveling doctor claimed a quick cure. After Dr Jexse L Simes treated him, gains appeared. later a course of Dodd's Kidney Pills reduced seizures. The piece glosses Nickel Plate Road services and its meal plans as commendations for travelers.
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J. John
Kan
Wm. McBride
Jexse L. Simes
Julia
Mr. "McBride
Dodd
Nothing But Chickens At Free Hospital Dispensary
A University hospital incident shows miscommunication between doctors and patients. The patient, amid penumania symptoms, is asked if he raises anything and replies with a practical illustration about chickens. The odd exchange highlights how terms confuse poor patients at free medical dispensaries.
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University Hospital
Calue
Thangat
Lis Ming
Curious remark on drinkers from Rep Sullivan prompts tale
In a Philadelphia Telegraph excerpt rep Sullivan laments late budiness and recalls a New York anecdote about a man drunk at night. He and an undertaker use a bell and speaking tube in a street gag about who will do business, illustrating drinking's odd effects.
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Tim” Sulivan
New York
Philadelphia Telegraph
Jaws Shot Away Veteran Finds Postum Aids Digestion
A Civil War veteran who lost both jaws after a 1866 siege of Vicksburg says ordinary coffee worsens his condition while Postum provides nourishment without stomach upset. He notes relief from constipation and no sleepless nights, and offers his full name for publication. The statement is released by Postum Co. of Battle Creek, Michigan.
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Vicksburg
Congress of the United States
Postum
Colee
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Doctor Advocated Operation Peruna Made Knife Unnecessary
An advertisement features women endorsing Peruna for uterine and health issues. Eva Bartho and several prominent figures praise its healing help after fear of surgery. Miss Muriel Armitage and Lucy M. Riley share contrasts of long illness and relief after using Peruna. Readers are urged to write to Dr Hartman for free treatment guidance.
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Eva Bartho
12Th St
New York City
N. Y
Lama
Peruna
Eva Burtho
Senator Roach
Larimore
N. Dak
Senator Warren
Cheyenne
Wyo
Belva Lockwood
General Long Street
Washington, D. C
Tndorse Peruna
Helen Roelof
Kaukauna
Wis
Helen Rolof
Muriel Armitage
Greenwood Ave
Detroit
Mich
Royal Templars of Temperance
Tam
Lucy M. Riley
Davenport St
Cleveland
Ohio
Hartman
Columbus
Wartman
Wartman Sanitarium
Calumbus
Olio
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Department of Domestic Science
Chicago
Jay
ST. Louis
Pring
Kansas City
New Orleans
Artin Architecture
Cepesene Ae
Afi
Oni
Siteny
Oklahomwa
Ita
Nickel Plate Road
Corps of
Cascarets
Sterling Remedy Company
Drs. Thornton & Minor
GITY
Southern Foundry CO
Gwensboro
Kentucky
Iwestern Canada
Star Attractions
Cayadat
West Ninth Giyect
Kansas
Chly
Droventor
Quincy Bullting
Prospectus
Scofield
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Broad Street
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